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The decline of Marvel’s cinematic dominance traces back to a series of broader failures that began after Endgame. Recent films have suffered from poor casting choices, weak scripts, and a lack of compelling narratives. For example, the decision to overlook decades of beloved comic history in favor of politically driven storytelling or diversity-driven casting has backfired.

Kevin Feige, Marvel’s architect, has faced mounting criticism for his leadership — or lack thereof. Long-time fans and insiders have pointed out that Marvel has failed to introduce enough truly iconic or top-tier characters, relying instead on lesser-known properties and overexposed characters that no longer excite audiences.